1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2010 BMW 128
To start off, 2010 BMW 128 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 128 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 BMW 128 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2010 BMW 128 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Sapporo | 128 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2659 mm |
