1998 Mitsubishi Space Star vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, both 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star and 1998 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,783 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 444 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 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star. (219 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star. 1998 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Space Star | S80 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1689 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
