2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta 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, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Fiesta | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
