1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 1978 Datsun 280Z
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Datsun 280Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Datsun 280Z would be higher. At 2,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Datsun 280Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Datsun 280Z (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Datsun 280Z should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 16 kg more than 1978 Datsun 280Z.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Datsun 280Z (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Datsun 280Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 1978 Datsun 280Z | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Datsun |
| Model | Sapporo | 280Z |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2304 mm |
