2001 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche (283 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 860 kg more than 1992 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 Chevrolet Avalanche (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Avalanche | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2610 mm |
