1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 810 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (583 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Eldorado | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2610 mm |
