2006 Ford Escape vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 100 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Escape (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escape | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2350 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
