1991 GMC Suburban vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 GMC Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Because 1991 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 GMC Suburban 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, 1991 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1991 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. 1991 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon has manual transmission. 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 GMC Suburban | 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Suburban | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2730 mm |
