2004 Mazda 3 vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2004 Mazda 3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 3 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda 3 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 3 | 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 3 | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2351 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 | 240 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
