1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1992 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (251 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 780 kg more than 1992 Caterham Super 7.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (250 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Caterham Super 7 | 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Caterham | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Super 7 | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |
