1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon weights approximately 234 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Space Wagon | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
