1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 20 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 704 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sapporo | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3022 mm |
