1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2010 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2010 Kia Opirus is newer by 18 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Opirus (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Opirus weights approximately 577 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Kia Opirus (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2010 Kia Opirus | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
| Model | Sapporo | Opirus |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
