1996 Honda CRX vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1996 Honda CRX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
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, 1996 Honda CRX (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda CRX | 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CRX | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2640 mm |
