1982 Dodge 600 vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Dodge 600 would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1982 Dodge 600. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1982 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 130 kg more than 1982 Dodge 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Dodge 600. (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Dodge 600 | 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 600 | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
