1986 Audi 80 vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 80 (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 80 weights approximately 406 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 1986 Audi 80. 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, 1986 Audi 80 (160 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 80 | 1989 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 80 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1046 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2270 mm |
