1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 1954 Studebaker President State
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Studebaker President State. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Studebaker President State would be higher. At 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Studebaker President State is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Studebaker President State (173 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Studebaker President State should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Studebaker President State weights approximately 230 kg more than 1989 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, 1954 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm). This means 1954 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 1954 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Studebaker |
| Model | Sapporo | President State |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3070 mm |
