1988 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 19 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Minica | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Minica | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 544 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2580 mm |
