1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Volvo S60 is newer by 17 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 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (209 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 305 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, 2006 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
Model | Sapporo | S60 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2524 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |