2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 18 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (316 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 430 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Silverado | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2610 mm |
