1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager

To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 7 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 756 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager 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 1996 Plymouth Voyager
Make Mitsubishi Plymouth
Model Space Wagon Voyager
Year Released 1989 1996
Body Type Minivan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1755 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 131 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 138 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1050 kg 1806 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1580 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2880 mm


 

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