1992 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2001 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2001 Toyota Tundra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 3,398 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1080 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. 2001 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1992 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1992 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mitsubishi Minica | 2001 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Minica | Tundra |
Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 548 cc | 3398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 43 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3270 mm |