2005 Audi A4 vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 16 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, 2005 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 1950 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1989 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, 2005 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A4 | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
