1993 Chrysler Neon vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1993 Chrysler Neon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chrysler Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler Neon should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 211 kg more than 1993 Chrysler Neon.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chrysler Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chrysler Neon | 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Neon | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
