1994 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1994 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 2,615 cc, 1994 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 20 kg more than 1994 Mazda RX-7.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda RX-7 | 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | RX-7 | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2615 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
