2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (264 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 243 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Taurus X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus X | 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Taurus X | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2610 mm |
