1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2011 Acura TSX
To start off, 2011 Acura TSX is newer by 21 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura TSX weights approximately 254 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, 2011 Acura TSX (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2011 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Acura |
| Model | Sapporo | TSX |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4714 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2708 mm |
