1987 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla is newer by 25 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Minica | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 546 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2601 mm |
