1996 Audi A6 vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 7 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 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 195 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, 1996 Audi A6 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A6 | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
