1989 Honda Accord vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 492 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Minica will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Honda Accord (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 1990 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Accord | Minica |
Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 548 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2270 mm |