1989 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2001 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2001 TVR Tamora is newer by 12 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. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 TVR Tamora weights approximately 410 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 TVR Tamora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2001 TVR Tamora (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Minica | 2001 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | TVR |
| Model | Minica | Tamora |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 548 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2370 mm |
