1998 Mitsubishi Space Star vs. 2009 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2009 Nissan Versa is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Versa weights approximately 201 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 Mitsubishi Space Star (219 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star | 2009 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Space Star | Versa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
