2003 Citroen C 15 vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2003 Citroen C 15 is newer by 15 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 375 kg more than 2003 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C 15. (111 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C 15 | 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C 15 | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
