1988 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1979 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Laurel (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Nissan Laurel (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Minica | 1979 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Minica | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 544 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2680 mm |
