1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Toyota Previa 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Previa (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 475 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, 2005 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Previa 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 | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Space Wagon | Previa |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2900 mm |
