2008 Chrysler Aspen vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Aspen is newer by 21 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Aspen (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Aspen weights approximately 495 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, 2008 Chrysler Aspen (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Aspen | 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Aspen | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
