2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 7 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Nubira | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
