1990 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 758 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 1998 Oldsmobile Alero. 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. 1998 Oldsmobile Alero 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. 1998 Oldsmobile Alero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Minica | 1998 Oldsmobile Alero | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Minica | Alero |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 548 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 642 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2720 mm |
