1998 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Civic would be higher. Both 1998 Honda Civic and 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star are equipped with a 1,834 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star.
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 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Civic | 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Civic | Space Star |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |