1992 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2007 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra is newer by 15 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1450 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 2007 Toyota Tundra. 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, 2007 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. 2007 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. 2007 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mitsubishi Minica | 2007 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Minica | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 548 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3230 mm |
