1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 1996 Proton 400
To start off, 1996 Proton 400 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo 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 13 more horse power than 1996 Proton 400. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 255 kg more than 1996 Proton 400. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 400. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 1996 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Proton |
| Model | Sapporo | 400 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
