Mitsubishi 4G32
Most versions of the engine are equipped with a carburetor, which has enough problems.
Mitsubishi Sapporo engines
Mitsubishi Sapporo is a mid-size car manufactured by the Japanese car manufacturer Mitsubishi Motors Corporation. Sapporo is a version of the 3rd generation Mitsubishi Galant, adapted for the European and South African market. The car was manufactured in a coupe-type body and with a rear-wheel drive layout from 1978 to 1984. In the domestic Japanese market, the model was sold as the Mitsubishi Galant Lambda. 1987 to 1990 a European sedan based on the 5th generation Galant was also produced.
The Mitsubishi Sapporo is listed offered with 2 engines (2 petrol). Displacement ranges from 1.6 to 2.4 liters, power output from 65 to 165 hp. All of them use a timing belt. 1 is turbocharged. The longest rated lifespan belongs to the Mitsubishi 4G64 (about 330,000 km).
Mitsubishi Sapporo engines by generation
| Engine | Years | Volume | Power | Fuel | Timing | Oil | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitsubishi Sapporo A120 | |||||||
| Mitsubishi 4G32 | 1.6 L R4 | 65–120 hp | petrol, NA / turbo | belt | 3.5 L | ~300,000 km | |
| Mitsubishi Sapporo A160 | |||||||
| Mitsubishi 4G32 | 1.6 L R4 | 65–120 hp | petrol, NA / turbo | belt | 3.5 L | ~300,000 km | |
| Other Mitsubishi Sapporo engines generation not specified | |||||||
| Mitsubishi 4G64 | 1985–present | 2.4 L R4 | 112–165 hp | petrol | belt | 4 L | ~330,000 km |
Mitsubishi Sapporo engine FAQ
What engines were used in the Mitsubishi Sapporo?
Mitsubishi Sapporo A120: Mitsubishi 4G32; Mitsubishi Sapporo A160: Mitsubishi 4G32.
Which Mitsubishi Sapporo engine is the most durable?
By rated service life the most durable Mitsubishi Sapporo engines are: Mitsubishi 4G64 — about 330,000 km; Mitsubishi 4G32 — about 300,000 km. Actual lifespan depends heavily on maintenance and oil change intervals.
How much oil does the Mitsubishi Sapporo engine take?
Engine oil capacity with filter: Mitsubishi 4G32 — 3.5 L (5W-40); Mitsubishi 4G64 — 4 L (5W-30).
Does the Mitsubishi Sapporo have a timing belt or chain?
Timing belt: Mitsubishi 4G32 and Mitsubishi 4G64. Belts must be replaced on schedule: on many engines a broken belt bends the valves.
Was the Mitsubishi Sapporo available with a diesel engine?
No, all Mitsubishi Sapporo engines in our database run on petrol.
Engine details
Mitsubishi 4G64
All the main problems of this power unit are associated with poor or old lubrication.
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