1999 AC Aceca vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (322 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 215 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 AC Aceca (532 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Aceca | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 532 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2730 mm |
