1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 20 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 581 kg more than 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
| Model | Space Wagon | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
