1999 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 12 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. Both 1999 Mitsubishi Magna and 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo are equipped with a 2,351 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 50 kg more than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi Magna | 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Magna | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
