1989 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1975 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, 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser 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. 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Minica | 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Minica | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 548 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 2615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2850 mm |
