2001 Mazda 626 vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2001 Mazda 626 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, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 30 kg more than 2001 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Mazda 626 (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda 626 | 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 626 | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
