1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 20 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
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, 2008 Nissan Altima (220 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (139 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Altima 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 | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Space Wagon | Altima |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2780 mm |
