1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon vs. 2011 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2011 GMC Canyon is newer by 25 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Canyon weights approximately 460 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 2011 GMC Canyon 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, 2011 GMC Canyon 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, 2011 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Canyon 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 | 2011 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | GMC |
| Model | Space Wagon | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3210 mm |
