1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2007 Saleen S7
To start off, 2007 Saleen S7 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 623 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 73 kg more than 2007 Saleen S7.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 756 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2007 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Saleen |
| Model | Sapporo | S7 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2692 mm |
