1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Opel Ascona (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon weights approximately 48 kg more than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Because 1975 Opel Ascona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Opel Ascona (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Space Wagon | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
