1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 18 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 345 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, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Jetta 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Space Wagon | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |
