1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon is newer by 24 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Avalon (154 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 250 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, 2013 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Sapporo | Avalon |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2820 mm |