1998 Mitsubishi Space Star vs. 1994 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado 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 148 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado.
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 (219 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado. (119 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star | 1994 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Space Star | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1097 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
