2000 Audi A8 vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 13 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Audi A8 (380 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A8 | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
