1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon vs. 2009 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 23 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback Sport 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 | 2009 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Space Wagon | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |
