1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 1986 Subaru XT
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru XT would be higher. At 2,672 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Subaru XT (147 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 42 kg more than 1986 Subaru XT.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Subaru XT (211 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 1986 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Sapporo | XT |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
