2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 70 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 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mustang | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
