2001 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 2,606 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 835 kg more than 1988 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 Mercedes-Benz ML (370 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | ML | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
