1994 Chevrolet APV vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet APV is newer by 5 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 295 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Chevrolet APV (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet APV | 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | APV | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
