2009 Audi A3 vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 22 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, 2009 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 290 kg more than 2009 Audi A3.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
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2009 Audi A3 | 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
Model | A3 | Sapporo |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |