1988 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2003 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2003 Saturn Vue is newer by 15 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Saturn Vue (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Saturn Vue (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Minica | 2003 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Saturn |
| Model | Minica | Vue |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 544 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2710 mm |
