1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Celica weights approximately 50 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Toyota Celica 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 1978 Toyota Celica. 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, 1978 Toyota Celica (152 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica 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 | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Space Wagon | Celica |
Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |