1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2010 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC90 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 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC90 (185 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 835 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 Volvo XC90 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2010 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Sapporo | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
