1992 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 564 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mitsubishi Minica | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Minica | Golf |
Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 548 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 43 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1204 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2590 mm |