2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star would be higher. At 2,718 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1463 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star. (219 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Discovery | 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star | |
Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
Model | Discovery | Space Star |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2718 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |