2005 Buick Terraza vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2005 Buick Terraza is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Terraza (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 800 kg more than 1987 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, 2005 Buick Terraza (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Terraza | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2610 mm |
