1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon vs. 1990 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1990 Toyota Camry is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Camry (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Camry weights approximately 155 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.
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, 1990 Toyota Camry (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. 1990 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon has manual transmission. 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | 1990 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Space Wagon | Camry |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
