1981 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2013 Ford EDGE
To start off, 2013 Ford EDGE is newer by 32 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford EDGE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford EDGE (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford EDGE should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford EDGE weights approximately 1457 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.
Because 2013 Ford EDGE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford EDGE 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, 2013 Ford EDGE (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford EDGE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. 2013 Ford EDGE has automatic transmission and 1981 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1981 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford EDGE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mitsubishi Minica | 2013 Ford EDGE | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Minica | EDGE |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 546 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 2022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2223 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2824 mm |
