1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon vs. 1980 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Patrol (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Patrol 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, 1980 Nissan Patrol (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (139 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | 1980 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Space Wagon | Patrol |
Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1755 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2980 mm |