1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 26 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac XTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac XTS weights approximately 592 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, 2013 Cadillac XTS (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac XTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Cadillac |
| Model | Sapporo | XTS |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2831 mm |
