2006 Hyundai Elantra vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 16 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, 2006 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 130 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Elantra | 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Elantra | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
