1980 GMC Jimmy vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 GMC Jimmy (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 510 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, 1980 GMC Jimmy (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 GMC Jimmy | 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Jimmy | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
