1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 20 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 580 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Clio (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio 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 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Space Wagon | Clio |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |
