1989 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 24 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 1425 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, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Mitsubishi Minica | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
Model | Minica | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 548 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 2065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5255 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1808 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3100 mm |