1984 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2010 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster is newer by 26 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dacia Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dacia Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Dacia Duster (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mitsubishi Minica | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Dacia |
| Model | Minica | Duster |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 546 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2673 mm |
