1980 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2000 Opel Omega

To start off, 2000 Opel Omega is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Omega (218 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Omega weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2000 Opel Omega (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. 2000 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 1980 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1980 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Mitsubishi Minica 2000 Opel Omega
Make Mitsubishi Opel
Model Minica Omega
Year Released 1980 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 546 cc 3175 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 29 HP 218 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 40 Nm 290 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 565 kg 1710 kg
Vehicle Length 3200 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1410 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2060 mm 2620 mm


 

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