1992 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback is newer by 14 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Outback weights approximately 866 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, 2006 Subaru Outback (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mitsubishi Minica | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Minica | Outback |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 548 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2680 mm |
