1984 Toyota Corolla vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,293 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Corolla (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 270 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Minica will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Toyota Corolla (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Corolla | 1989 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Corolla | Minica |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2270 mm |
