2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 112 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (194 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Expedition | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
