1998 Mitsubishi Space Star vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 195 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star. 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 Verada (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star. 1996 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star has manual transmission. 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Mitsubishi Space Star | 1996 Mitsubishi Verada | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
Model | Space Star | Verada |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |