2006 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 17 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Sonata (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 130 kg more than 1989 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, 2006 Hyundai Sonata (219 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Sonata | 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sonata | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |
