2010 Nissan Cube vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 2010 Nissan Cube is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon weights approximately 193 kg more than 2010 Nissan Cube. 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan Cube | 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Nissan | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cube | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4001 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1651 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2790 mm |
