1993 Lexus GS vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1993 Lexus GS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lexus GS (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lexus GS weights approximately 400 kg more than 1990 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 Lexus GS (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lexus GS | 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Lexus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GS | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
