1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 23 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 485 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 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza 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 | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
Model | Space Wagon | Impreza |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1755 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2624 mm |