1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon vs. 1981 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon weights approximately 570 kg more than 1981 Nissan Stanza. 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | 1981 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Space Wagon | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2480 mm |
