2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 17 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1299 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Suburban | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2619 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2610 mm |
