2005 Ford Falcon vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2005 Ford Falcon 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Falcon (200 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Falcon weights approximately 261 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 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Falcon | 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Falcon | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1581 kg | 1320 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2610 mm |
