1987 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 23 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mitsubishi Minica | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Hyundai |
| Model | Minica | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 546 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2700 mm |
