1972 AMC Matador vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Matador would be higher. At 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 247 kg more than 1990 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, 1972 AMC Matador (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | AMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Matador | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1567 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2610 mm |
