1988 Mitsubishi Starion vs. 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Starion would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Starion (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Starion should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 591 kg more than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion.
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, 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Mitsubishi Starion | 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Starion | Hi-Ace |
Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1716 kg |