1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 554 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 Jaguar XJ (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Jaguar |
| Model | Sapporo | XJ |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1874 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3157 mm |
