2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 21 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 786 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 2005 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (138 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Liberty | 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Liberty | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
