2007 BMW 318 vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2007 BMW 318 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 318 (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 318 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 318 | 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 318 | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
