1992 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corona (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 360 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1978 Toyota Corona (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mitsubishi Minica | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Minica | Corona |
Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 548 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 43 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |