2005 Buick Terraza vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 2005 Buick Terraza is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Terraza (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 790 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Buick Terraza (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (172 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Terraza | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2730 mm |
