1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 1994 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1994 TVR Chimaera is newer by 5 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 295 kg more than 1994 TVR Chimaera.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 1994 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | TVR |
| Model | Sapporo | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2290 mm |
