1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 21 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 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 790 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. 2005 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon has manual transmission. 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
| Model | Space Wagon | Korando |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2490 mm |
