1972 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 179 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 Chevrolet Corvette (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Corvette | 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Corvette | Sapporo |
Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |