2002 Acura EL vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2002 Acura EL is newer by 12 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 3 more horse power than 2002 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 140 kg more than 2002 Acura EL. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura EL. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura EL | 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
| Model | EL | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
