1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT weights approximately 155 kg more than 1988 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, 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sapporo | 3000GT |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
