1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 432 kg more than 1987 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, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sapporo | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |
