2009 Kia Rio vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio 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 46 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 176 kg more than 2009 Kia Rio. 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rio | 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Rio | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1144 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2610 mm |
