1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon vs. 2010 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2010 Jeep Liberty 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Because 2010 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. 2010 Jeep Liberty 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. 2010 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | 2010 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Jeep |
| Model | Space Wagon | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4493 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1806 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2695 mm |
