1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 20 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S80 weights approximately 233 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, 2009 Volvo S80 (301 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
Model | Sapporo | S80 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1553 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |