2003 Dodge Neon vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2003 Dodge Neon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Neon (205 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Neon weights approximately 27 kg more than 1992 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, 2003 Dodge Neon (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Neon | 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Neon | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
