1991 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 1 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 338 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1990 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Lancer | Minica |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2270 mm |
