2008 Citroen C5 vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 18 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, 2008 Citroen C5 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 331 kg more than 1990 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 Citroen C5 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C5 | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1651 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
