1998 Mitsubishi SST vs. 2011 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi SST. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi SST would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi SST (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi SST should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 444 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi SST.
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 SST (296 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi SST will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi SST | 2011 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Chevrolet |
| Model | SST | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2858 mm |
