1998 Mitsubishi Space Star vs. 1998 Toyota Camry
To start off, both 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star and 1998 Toyota Camry were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Camry (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Camry weights approximately 225 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, 1998 Toyota Camry (188 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star. 1998 Toyota Camry 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. 1998 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mitsubishi Space Star | 1998 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Space Star | Camry |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |