1990 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2011 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2011 Toyota Hilux is newer by 21 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), 2011 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 1042 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 2011 Toyota Hilux. 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, 2011 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mitsubishi Minica | 2011 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Minica | Hilux |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
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 | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 642 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3090 mm |