1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen SP would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon weights approximately 160 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen SP. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Space Wagon | SP |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
