1992 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 18 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 2165 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 2010 Ford F-250. 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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mitsubishi Minica | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Minica | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 548 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 2805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 6253 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3967 mm |
