1989 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 705 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.
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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Minica | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Minica | 911 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 548 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2360 mm |
