1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2012 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 is newer by 23 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 300 (363 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 642 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, 2012 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2012 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Chrysler |
| Model | Sapporo | 300 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 363 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3053 mm |
