1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Avensis (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 175 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Toyota Avensis (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Avensis 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 | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Space Wagon | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2640 mm |
