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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1987 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, 2000 Audi A8 (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 237 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 | 4172 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2610 mm |
