1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon vs. 1965 Nissan President
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Nissan President (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Nissan President weights approximately 555 kg more than 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Nissan President 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 1965 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1965 Nissan President (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | 1965 Nissan President | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Space Wagon | President |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |
