2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 16 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 448 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.
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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (335 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (177 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Santa Fe | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
