1987 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1989 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1989 Nissan Laurel is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Laurel (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Nissan Laurel (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mitsubishi Minica | 1989 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Minica | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 546 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2680 mm |
