1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 17 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 2,664 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 630 kg more than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Terrano (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Sapporo | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
