2009 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Matiz 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 449 kg more than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daewoo Matiz | 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Matiz | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
