1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 1976 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen 1302 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 93 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 564 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen 1302. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 1976 Volkswagen 1302 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Sapporo | 1302 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |