1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona 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 68 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 370 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona. 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 1982 Opel Ascona. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
Model | Sapporo | Ascona |
Year Released | 1992 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |