1989 Buick Riviera vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1989 Buick Riviera is newer by 1 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Riviera (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Riviera weights approximately 204 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, 1989 Buick Riviera (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Riviera | 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Riviera | Sapporo |
Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |