2009 Honda Element vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 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 (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 655 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element 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, 2009 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. 2009 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon has manual transmission. 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Element | 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Element | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
