1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2010 Audi S4
To start off, 2010 Audi S4 is newer by 21 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S4 weights approximately 425 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, 2010 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2010 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
| Model | Sapporo | S4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1826 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2809 mm |
