2004 Audi A6 vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 342 kg more than 1987 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, 2004 Audi A6 (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A6 | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
