2007 Ford Galaxy vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy is newer by 18 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 419 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford Galaxy (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Galaxy | 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Galaxy | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
