1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 1973 Renault 12
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 12 would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1973 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 420 kg more than 1973 Renault 12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 1973 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Sapporo | 12 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
