1989 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Minica

To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. Both 1989 Mitsubishi Minica and 1992 Mitsubishi Minica are equipped with a 548 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 30 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Minica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Mitsubishi Minica 1992 Mitsubishi Minica
Make Mitsubishi Mitsubishi
Model Minica Minica
Year Released 1989 1992
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 548 cc 548 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 30 HP 30 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 42 Nm 43 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 640 kg 640 kg
Vehicle Length 3200 mm 3200 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1400 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 2270 mm


 

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