1998 Nissan Primera vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star
To start off, both 1998 Nissan Primera and 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Primera. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star weights approximately 155 kg more than 1998 Nissan Primera. 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 (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Primera. 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Primera | 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star | |
| Make | Nissan | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Primera | Space Star |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
