1999 Dodge Durango vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1999 Dodge Durango is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Durango weights approximately 655 kg more than 1992 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, 1999 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Durango | 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Durango | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
