2001 Audi TT vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2001 Audi TT is newer by 11 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, 2001 Audi TT (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 10 kg more than 2001 Audi TT.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi TT | 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TT | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
