1984 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 25 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 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mitsubishi Minica | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Minica | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 546 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3240 mm |
