1958 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Minica 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, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jaguar MK VIII | 1989 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mitsubishi |
| Model | MK VIII | Minica |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2270 mm |
