1987 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 19 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (101 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (148 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mitsubishi Minica | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Minica | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 546 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2580 mm |
