1998 Mitsubishi Space Star vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 12 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, 2010 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic 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 26 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic.
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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
| Model | Space Star | Civic |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1219 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
