2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 410 kg more than 1988 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 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Yukon | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2610 mm |
