2007 Kia Sedona vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sedona (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 780 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, 2007 Kia Sedona (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sedona | 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sedona | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
