1987 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2011 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 24 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford Transit Connect (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mitsubishi Minica | 2011 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
Model | Minica | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 546 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2911 mm |