2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Lucerne (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 626 kg more than 1987 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, 2007 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Lucerne | 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Lucerne | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2610 mm |
