1990 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2009 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2009 Opel Vivaro is newer by 19 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Vivaro (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 971 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 2009 Opel Vivaro. 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, 2009 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mitsubishi Minica | 2009 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
Model | Minica | Vivaro |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 548 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 642 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3100 mm |