2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Starion
To start off, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is newer by 18 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | 1988 Mitsubishi Starion | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | MazdaSpeed6 | Starion |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
