1993 Infiniti J30 vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1993 Infiniti J30 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Infiniti J30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Infiniti J30 (210 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1989 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, 1993 Infiniti J30 (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Infiniti J30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Infiniti J30 | 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mitsubishi |
| Model | J30 | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
