1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2010 Audi S5
To start off, 2010 Audi S5 is newer by 22 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S5 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S5 weights approximately 635 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, 2010 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2010 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
| Model | Sapporo | S5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2751 mm |
