1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1988 Jaguar XJS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (225 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jaguar XJS | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mitsubishi |
| Model | XJS | Minica |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2010 mm |
