2001 Alpina B3 vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 2001 Alpina B3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alpina B3 (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B3 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Alpina B3 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 2001 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2001 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alpina B3 | 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Alpina | Mitsubishi |
| Model | B3 | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
