2008 Mazda Premacy vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2008 Mazda Premacy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (128 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 65 kg more than 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Premacy. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Premacy | 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Premacy | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
