1995 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 495 kg more than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1981 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Lancer | Minica |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
