2009 Ford Fusion vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion 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 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 354 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Fusion (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fusion | 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Fusion | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
