1984 Ford Escort vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Escort (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica.
Because 1989 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Escort. 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, 1984 Ford Escort (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Escort | 1989 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Escort | Minica |
Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 548 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |