1989 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke is newer by 22 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Juke is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Juke weights approximately 681 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.
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, 2011 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Mitsubishi Minica | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Minica | Juke |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 548 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1321 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2530 mm |