1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 1991 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1991 TVR Griffith is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 TVR Griffith (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 260 kg more than 1991 TVR Griffith.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 TVR Griffith (498 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 1991 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | TVR |
| Model | Sapporo | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2290 mm |
