1997 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 10 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Applause. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 390 kg more than 1997 Daihatsu Applause. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Applause | 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Applause | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
