1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 980 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 2006 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (177 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Space Wagon | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2400 mm |
