1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 3,491 cc, 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 255 kg more than 1990 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, 2006 Nissan 350Z (354 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Sapporo | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 3491 cc |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
