1986 Ford Escort vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,117 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Ford Escort (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1987 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escort | Minica |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2270 mm |
