1992 Ford Festiva vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon weights approximately 485 kg more than 1992 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Festiva | 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Festiva | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2730 mm |
