1992 BMW 520 vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, both 1992 BMW 520 and 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 520 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 520 weights approximately 158 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 BMW 520 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (172 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 520 | 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 520 | Space Wagon |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |