2007 Mazda 6 vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 19 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 504 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda 6 (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 6 | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
