1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 16 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 300 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, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix (380 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | Sapporo | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
