2009 Honda Jazz vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 723 kg more than 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Jazz | 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Jazz | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
