2004 Hyundai Trajet vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Trajet 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Trajet (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 590 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Trajet | 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Trajet | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
