2005 Citroen C3 vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2005 Citroen C3 is newer by 17 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 40 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 173 kg more than 2005 Citroen C3. 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 Citroen C3 (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C3 | 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C3 | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
