1996 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 | 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | L 200 | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2610 mm |
