1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (224 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster 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 2002 Porsche Boxster.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Sapporo | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2420 mm |
