1983 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1983 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Celica weights approximately 540 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Celica | 1989 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Celica | Minica |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 548 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2270 mm |
