2004 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Navigator 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1272 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 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lincoln Navigator | 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Navigator | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2592 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
