2004 GMC Envoy vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2004 GMC Envoy 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 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Envoy weights approximately 690 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 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Envoy | 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Envoy | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4160 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
