2008 Ford Ranger vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 19 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 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 213 kg more than 2008 Ford Ranger.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Ranger (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ranger | 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ranger | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
