1988 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Minica | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Minica | Golf |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 544 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2710 mm |
