1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 235 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 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Citroen |
| Model | Sapporo | C5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
