2008 Ford Fiesta vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2008 Ford Fiesta 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 210 kg more than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fiesta | 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Fiesta | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 127 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
