1981 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1993 Porsche Boxster

To start off, 1993 Porsche Boxster is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche Boxster (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 835 kg more than 1981 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, 1993 Porsche Boxster (308 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Mitsubishi Minica 1993 Porsche Boxster
Make Mitsubishi Porsche
Model Minica Boxster
Year Released 1981 1993
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 546 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 29 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 40 Nm 308 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 565 kg 1400 kg
Vehicle Length 3200 mm 4120 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1250 mm


 

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