1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon vs. 2007 Opel Antara
To start off, 2007 Opel Antara is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 510 kg more than 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara 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, 2007 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | 2007 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Space Wagon | Antara |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
