1984 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2000 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2000 Mercury Cougar is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Cougar (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mercury Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mitsubishi Minica | 2000 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mercury |
| Model | Minica | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 546 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2710 mm |
