1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 11 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 30 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
Model | Eclipse | Sapporo |
Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2350 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |