1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 25 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Sapporo | Equator |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3560 mm |
