1999 Audi R8R vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1999 Audi R8R is newer by 12 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 3,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8R (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8R should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 1318 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Audi R8R (330 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (194 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8R | 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | R8R | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1380 mm |
