1997 Buick Century vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1997 Buick Century is newer by 5 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Century weights approximately 190 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.
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, 1997 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (172 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Century | 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Century | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |
