2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 495 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 Mercedes-Benz CLS (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CLS | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
