1990 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2010 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avensis is newer by 20 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 742 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 2010 Toyota Avensis. 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, 2010 Toyota Avensis (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. 2010 Toyota Avensis 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. 2010 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Minica | 2010 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Minica | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 548 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 642 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2710 mm |
