1992 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2010 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2010 Ford Maverick 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Maverick (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Maverick weights approximately 965 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, 2010 Ford Maverick (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. 2010 Ford Maverick 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. 2010 Ford Maverick will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mitsubishi Minica | 2010 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
Model | Minica | Maverick |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 548 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 43 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2630 mm |