1985 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 210 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 1985 Daihatsu Charmant. 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, 1985 Daihatsu Charmant (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Daihatsu Charmant | 1989 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Charmant | Minica |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |
