1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 14 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (228 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 190 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 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester 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 | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Space Wagon | Forester |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
