2008 Kia Sportage vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 222 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sportage | 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sportage | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
