2006 Maserati GranSport vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 22 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 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 285 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 2006 Maserati GranSport 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 2006 Maserati GranSport. 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, 2006 Maserati GranSport (453 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati GranSport | 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Maserati | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GranSport | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4245 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
