1998 Tata Indica vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star
To start off, both 1998 Tata Indica 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 67 more horse power than 1998 Tata Indica. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star weights approximately 331 kg more than 1998 Tata Indica. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Indica. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Indica. 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star has automatic transmission and 1998 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 1998 Tata Indica 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 Tata Indica | 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star | |
| Make | Tata | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Indica | Space Star |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
