2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 12 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 360 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, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Trans Sport | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2610 mm |
