1985 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star weights approximately 777 kg more than 1985 Honda Accord.
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, 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star (265 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Accord | 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Accord | Space Star |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
