1989 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Quest (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1359 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 2013 Nissan Quest. 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, 2013 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Minica | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Minica | Quest |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 548 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1999 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3000 mm |
