1989 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 23 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 844 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 2012 Mazda 6. 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, 2012 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. 2012 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1989 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Minica | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mazda |
| Model | Minica | 6 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 548 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2789 mm |
