2002 Audi A8 vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2002 Audi A8 is newer by 12 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 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 620 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, 2002 Audi A8 (225 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A8 | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
