1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2008 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 19 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 600 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, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sapporo | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
