2001 Lexus SC vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2001 Lexus SC 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus SC (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus SC weights approximately 422 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 Lexus SC (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lexus SC | 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Lexus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | SC | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
