1990 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1977 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Volkswagen Golf (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 163 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1977 Volkswagen Golf (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Minica | 1977 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Minica | Golf |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 548 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 642 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
