2004 McLaren F1 vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2004 McLaren F1 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 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 McLaren F1 (619 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 492 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 150 kg more than 2004 McLaren F1.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 McLaren F1 | 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | McLaren | Mitsubishi |
| Model | F1 | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 619 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
