1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2010 Audi A8
To start off, 2010 Audi A8 is newer by 20 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A8 weights approximately 680 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, 2010 Audi A8 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2010 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
| Model | Sapporo | A8 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5062 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2944 mm |
