1984 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2010 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2010 Mazda Tribute 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mazda Tribute (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mitsubishi Minica | 2010 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mazda |
| Model | Minica | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 546 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2619 mm |
