1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep. (102 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 200 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sapporo | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
