1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 1999 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1999 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. (126 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 558 kg more than 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Because 1999 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Terrano II will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Nissan Terrano II (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 1999 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Sapporo | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
