1991 Citroen AX vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1991 Citroen AX 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 83 more horse power than 1991 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 598 kg more than 1991 Citroen AX. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Citroen AX | 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | AX | Sapporo |
Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |