2004 Buick Regal vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2004 Buick Regal is newer by 16 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Regal (251 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Regal weights approximately 278 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, 2004 Buick Regal (388 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Regal | 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Regal | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
