1996 Hyundai Satellite vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Satellite is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Satellite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Satellite. (76 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 156 kg more than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Satellite. (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Satellite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Satellite | 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Satellite | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2610 mm |
