1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Korando is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Because 2003 SsangYong Korando 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, 2003 SsangYong Korando 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, 2003 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (139 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando 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 | 2003 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
| Model | Space Wagon | Korando |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2490 mm |
