2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 550 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 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (194 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sorento | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
