1983 Ford Meteor vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Meteor (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Meteor weights approximately 245 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 1983 Ford Meteor. 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, 1983 Ford Meteor (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Meteor | 1989 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Meteor | Minica |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2270 mm |
