2009 Citroen C5 vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1988 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, 2009 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C5 | 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | C5 | Sapporo |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |