1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 20 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sorento (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Kia Sorento (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
| Model | Sapporo | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
