2008 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 516 kg more than 1989 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 Mercury Grand Marquis (369 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2610 mm |
