2007 Jeep Compass vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 2007 Jeep Compass is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. At 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Compass (180 HP @ 1750 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Compass weights approximately 550 kg more than 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Jeep Compass (488 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Compass | 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Compass | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2397 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2640 mm |
