1990 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1983 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Tempo (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Tempo weights approximately 468 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 1983 Ford Tempo. 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, 1983 Ford Tempo (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. 1983 Ford Tempo has automatic transmission and 1990 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Ford Tempo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Minica | 1983 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Minica | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 548 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 642 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2540 mm |
