1998 Ford Focus vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star
To start off, both 1998 Ford Focus and 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star weights approximately 35 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
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, 1998 Ford Focus (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Focus | 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Focus | Space Star |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |