2003 Honda HR-V vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2003 Honda HR-V is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 200 kg more than 2003 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda HR-V | 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | HR-V | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
