1994 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1994 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 145 kg more than 1994 De Tomaso Guara.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 De Tomaso Guara | 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Guara | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
