1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon vs. 2007 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2007 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Park Avenue (251 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 841 kg more than 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Buick Park Avenue 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 2007 Buick Park Avenue. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 2007 Buick Park Avenue (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. 2007 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon has manual transmission. 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | 2007 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Buick |
| Model | Space Wagon | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5175 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1899 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3009 mm |
