2001 Acura TL vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2001 Acura TL is newer by 14 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura TL weights approximately 255 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, 2001 Acura TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura TL | 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
Model | TL | Sapporo |
Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |