1985 Mitsubishi Starion vs. 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mitsubishi Starion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mitsubishi Starion would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 962 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Starion. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Starion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR weights approximately 155 kg more than 1985 Mitsubishi Starion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 896 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Starion. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Starion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mitsubishi Starion | 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Starion | CCXR |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 1064 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 1060 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1280 kg |
