1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2002 Mitsubishi SUP
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi SUP is newer by 14 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi SUP (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi SUP should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi SUP weights approximately 680 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, 2002 Mitsubishi SUP (240 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm). This means 2002 Mitsubishi SUP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2002 Mitsubishi SUP | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sapporo | SUP |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
