1983 Mitsubishi Starion vs. 1995 Nissan Presea
To start off, 1995 Nissan Presea is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mitsubishi Starion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mitsubishi Starion would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mitsubishi Starion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Presea (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Starion. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Starion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mitsubishi Starion weights approximately 95 kg more than 1995 Nissan Presea.
Because 1983 Mitsubishi Starion is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Mitsubishi Starion. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Presea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Mitsubishi Starion (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Presea. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Mitsubishi Starion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Presea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mitsubishi Starion | 1995 Nissan Presea | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Starion | Presea |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1030 kg |
