2005 Dodge Neon vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2005 Dodge Neon is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Neon (132 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 129 kg more than 2005 Dodge Neon.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Neon. (176 Nm). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Neon | 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Neon | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 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 |
