1999 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 11 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 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero. (98 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 410 kg more than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Pajero | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
