1989 Jaguar XJR vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJR is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR (318 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jaguar XJR (476 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. 1989 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1976 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJR | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mitsubishi |
| Model | XJR | Minica |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2010 mm |
