1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (429 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 775 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 Mercedes-Benz CL (699 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sapporo | CL |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2350 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 429 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5095 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2954 mm |