2006 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 17 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1399 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, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lincoln Navigator | 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Navigator | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2719 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2610 mm |
