2008 BMW 318 vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 16 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, 2008 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 318 weights approximately 75 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, 2008 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 318 | 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 318 | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 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 | 141 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
