1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1988 Toyota Carina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Carina weights approximately 50 kg more than 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
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, 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Space Wagon | Carina |
Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2540 mm |