1989 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 18 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1484 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Mitsubishi Minica | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Minica | Navara |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 548 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 2124 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3210 mm |