1990 Lexus LS vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1990 Lexus LS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 3,968 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lexus LS weights approximately 1345 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1990 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lexus LS | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Lexus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | LS | Minica |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3968 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2010 mm |
