1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 18 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 436 kg more than 1992 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Cadillac |
| Model | Sapporo | CTS |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2880 mm |
