2007 Lotus Elise vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 424 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (187 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Elise | 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Lotus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Elise | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
