1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2004 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2004 Pontiac GTO 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. At 5,669 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 370 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, 2004 Pontiac GTO (495 Nm) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2004 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | Sapporo | GTO |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 5669 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
