1950 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon

To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 430 kg more than 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.

Because 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep Station Wagon (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1950 Jeep Station Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.

Compare all specifications:

1950 Jeep Station Wagon 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
Make Jeep Mitsubishi
Model Station Wagon Space Wagon
Year Released 1950 1985
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2638 cc 1755 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 74 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 157 Nm 138 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1480 kg 1050 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1580 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2640 mm