1997 Dodge Caravan vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1997 Dodge Caravan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Caravan (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 530 kg more than 1986 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 Dodge Caravan (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Caravan | 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Caravan | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2640 mm |
