1950 Buick 40 vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Space Runner
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Space Runner is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,065 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Space Runner (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1950 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Space Runner should accelerate faster than 1950 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Buick 40 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Space Runner.
Because 1950 Buick 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Space Runner, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1950 Buick 40 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Space Runner. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1950 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Space Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Buick 40 | 1993 Mitsubishi Space Runner | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 40 | Space Runner |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4065 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2530 mm |
