1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon vs. 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. At 3,378 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser (176 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 920 kg more than 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser (303 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Space Wagon | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 3378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 303 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |