1998 Mazda MX-3 vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star
To start off, both 1998 Mazda MX-3 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Mazda MX-3. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda MX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star weights approximately 256 kg more than 1998 Mazda MX-3. 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda MX-3. (134 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda MX-3.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda MX-3 | 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star | |
Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
Model | MX-3 | Space Star |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1059 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |