1984 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (149 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 390 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon, 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, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (172 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Caprice | 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Caprice | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
