1986 Ford Meteor vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1986 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Meteor.
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, 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Meteor | 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Meteor | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
