1990 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 17 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 1368 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, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mitsubishi Minica | 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
Model | Minica | L 200 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 548 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 642 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3010 mm |