2000 Ford Taurus vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2000 Ford Taurus is newer by 11 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 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Taurus (201 HP) has 74 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Taurus weights approximately 186 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, 2000 Ford Taurus (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Taurus | 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Taurus | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 127 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
