1996 Mitsubishi Space Runner vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, both 1996 Mitsubishi Space Runner and 1996 Toyota Celica were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,833 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Space Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Space Runner (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Space Runner should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Space Runner weights approximately 120 kg more than 1996 Toyota Celica. 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Space Runner (164 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Celica. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Space Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Space Runner | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Space Runner | Celica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1833 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
