2006 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2006 Jeep Cherokee 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 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 711 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 Jeep Cherokee (401 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Cherokee | 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cherokee | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
