2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 15 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 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 954 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Silverado | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2610 mm |
