1999 Holden Berlina vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 10 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 310 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Berlina | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
