2009 Dodge Durango vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 20 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 640 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Durango | 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
Model | Durango | Sapporo |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |