2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2005 Dodge Stratus is newer by 18 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 2,424 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Stratus (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 123 kg more than 1987 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 Dodge Stratus (217 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (194 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Stratus | 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Stratus | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2424 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
