1990 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 18 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 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Jimny (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 503 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, 2008 Suzuki Jimny (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mitsubishi Minica | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
Model | Minica | Jimny |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 548 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 642 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2260 mm |