1997 Honda NSX vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1997 Honda NSX is newer by 8 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 178 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, 1997 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda NSX | 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | NSX | Sapporo |
Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1498 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |