2008 Jaguar XJ vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 414 kg more than 1990 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 Jaguar XJ (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ | 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mitsubishi |
| Model | XJ | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2610 mm |
