1992 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 20 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q5 (270 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q5 weights approximately 1310 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.
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, 2012 Audi Q5 (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. 2012 Audi Q5 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. 2012 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1992 Mitsubishi Minica | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
Model | Minica | Q5 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 548 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 43 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2807 mm |