1994 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1994 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 5 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 2,616 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 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 6 kg more than 1994 Mazda RX-7.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda RX-7 | 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | RX-7 | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 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 | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
