1988 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander is newer by 20 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 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Minica | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Minica | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 544 cc | 3546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2800 mm |
