1983 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 725 kg more than 1983 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, 2009 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. 2009 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 1983 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1983 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mitsubishi Minica | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Minica | Equator |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 546 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 3200 mm |
