2001 GMC Sierra vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2001 GMC Sierra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Sierra (197 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Sierra weights approximately 455 kg more than 1990 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 GMC Sierra (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Sierra | 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sierra | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
