1999 Dodge T-Rex 6x6 vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Starion
To start off, 1999 Dodge T-Rex 6x6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Starion would be higher. At 7,999 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge T-Rex 6x6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge T-Rex 6x6 (491 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge T-Rex 6x6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge T-Rex 6x6 weights approximately 4275 kg more than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Dodge T-Rex 6x6 (804 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 640 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge T-Rex 6x6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge T-Rex 6x6 | 1988 Mitsubishi Starion | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | T-Rex 6x6 | Starion |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7999 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 491 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 804 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 5400 kg | 1125 kg |
