1988 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1990 Renault 21
To start off, 1990 Renault 21 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1990 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Minica | 1990 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Minica | 21 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 544 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2820 mm |
