1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon vs. 2010 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2010 Ford Kuga is newer by 21 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Kuga (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Kuga weights approximately 490 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 2010 Ford Kuga 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, 2010 Ford Kuga 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, 2010 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Kuga 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 | 2010 Ford Kuga | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
Model | Space Wagon | Kuga |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |