2006 Mazda 5 vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2006 Mazda 5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 5 | 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 5 | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
