1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 17 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 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 150 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (139 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra 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 | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Space Wagon | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2640 mm |
