2004 Ford F-150 vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 787 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (343 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (138 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | F-150 | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2640 mm |
