1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1991 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1991 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 810 kg more than 1991 Caterham Super 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Caterham Super 7 | 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Caterham | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Super 7 | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2610 mm |
