2001 Ford Ranger vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2001 Ford Ranger 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 440 kg more than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ford Ranger (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Ranger | 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ranger | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2610 mm |
