1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 1100 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 BMW X5 (474 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Sapporo | X5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2934 mm |
