2006 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 18 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 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox (186 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 430 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, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Equinox | 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Equinox | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
