1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2005 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pickup is newer by 14 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pickup (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 445 kg more than 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Pickup 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, 2005 Nissan Pickup 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, 2005 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2005 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Sapporo | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2960 mm |
