2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2005 Dodge Magnum is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 5,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Magnum (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 411 kg more than 1989 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 Dodge Magnum (379 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Magnum | 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Magnum | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5900 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1731 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2610 mm |
