1990 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2005 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2005 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 15 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 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1518 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (311 Nm) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Minica | 2005 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Minica | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 548 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 642 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2860 mm |
