1988 BMW M3 vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1988 BMW M3 is newer by 2 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 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M3 (192 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M3 weights approximately 26 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 1988 BMW M3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 BMW M3 (230 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M3 | 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | M3 | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2640 mm |
