1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon vs. 1993 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon and 1993 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon weights approximately 35 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | 1993 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Space Wagon | Passat |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
