2003 Avanti Studebaker vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2003 Avanti Studebaker is newer by 14 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 5,952 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 1355 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, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Avanti Studebaker | 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Avanti | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Studebaker | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5952 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2675 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2610 mm |
