1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2007 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2007 Opel Meriva is newer by 15 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 23 more horse power than 2007 Opel Meriva. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Meriva weights approximately 55 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2007 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Sapporo | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
