1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 16 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. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 416 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 222 kg more than 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Sapporo | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
