1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 89 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sapporo | Passat |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
