1990 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 848 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 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta 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. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Minica | 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Minica | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 548 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 642 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4557 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2578 mm |
