2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter 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 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 640 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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
Model | Sprinter | Sapporo |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2985 cc | 2350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2610 mm |