1998 BMW 316 vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1998 BMW 316 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1998 BMW 316. (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 70 kg more than 1998 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 316. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 316 | 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 316 | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
