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Mitsubishi Sapporo II (A16_A) 2.0 GSL (A164A) (102 Hp)
Overall Rating
7 / 10
Mitsubishi Sapporo:
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II (A16_A) Overview:
Mitsubishi Sapporo (II (A16_A)). Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.0 GSL (A164A) (102 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A well-balanced engine, providing adequate power for both city and highway driving without being overly sporty, offering a smooth power delivery.
Fuel Economy
Offers a reasonable balance between power and fuel consumption, typical for a naturally aspirated 2.0L engine of its era.
Best Use Case:
General daily driving, mixed city and highway use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Distinctive and attractive coupe styling for its era
- • Powerful 2.0 Turbo ECi option offered strong performance
- • Generally comfortable ride for a 1980s coupe
- • Solid build quality typical of Japanese cars from the period
Cons:
- • Rust susceptibility, common for Japanese cars of the era
- • Parts availability can be challenging for a classic model
- • Basic safety features by modern standards
- • Less refined than some contemporary European rivals
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (A12_): 1978 - 1980).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Mitsubishi |
| Model: | Sapporo |
| Generation: | II (A16_A) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 GSL (A164A) (102 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1980 |
| End of production: | 1983 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 102 Hp |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Tires size | 185/70 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 14 |
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