2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva 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 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 59 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Captiva | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
