1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 24 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 526 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 2013 Kia Sportage 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, 2013 Kia Sportage 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, 2013 Kia Sportage (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. 2013 Kia Sportage 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. 2013 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
Model | Space Wagon | Sportage |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1755 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2640 mm |