1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 1983 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 TVR Tasmin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 TVR Tasmin would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 TVR Tasmin (196 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 200 kg more than 1983 TVR Tasmin.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 TVR Tasmin (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 1983 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | TVR |
| Model | Sapporo | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |
