1989 Ford Escort vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, both 1989 Ford Escort and 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
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, 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Escort | 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Escort | Space Wagon |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1700 cc | 1755 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |