2009 Honda Element vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
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, 2009 Honda Element (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Element | 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Element | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
