1998 Audi A6 vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 10 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 2,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Audi A6 (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A6 | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2598 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
