1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 21 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Durango weights approximately 837 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, 2011 Dodge Durango (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Dodge |
| Model | Sapporo | Durango |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3043 mm |
