1984 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 21 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Corolla (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mitsubishi Minica | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Minica | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 546 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2610 mm |
