1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 18 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Sapporo | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2420 mm |
