2009 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 19 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 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 425 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A6 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A6 | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
