1987 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2003 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Toyota Corolla is newer by 16 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Corolla (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Toyota Corolla (127 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mitsubishi Minica | 2003 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Minica | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 546 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2610 mm |
