1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona 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 59 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 270 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Sapporo | Corona |
Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |