1990 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Opel Vectra 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vectra (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 1063 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 2007 Opel Vectra. 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, 2007 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. 2007 Opel Vectra 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. 2007 Opel Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mitsubishi Minica | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
Model | Minica | Vectra |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 548 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 642 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2840 mm |