1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 16 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 435 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 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (246 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester 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 | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Space Wagon | Forester |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2460 mm |
