1990 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2002 Opel Astra
To start off, 2002 Opel Astra is newer by 12 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 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Astra weights approximately 698 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 2002 Opel Astra. 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, 2002 Opel Astra (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Minica | 2002 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Minica | Astra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 548 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 642 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2710 mm |
