1995 Subaru SVX vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica

To start off, 1995 Subaru SVX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru SVX (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Subaru SVX weights approximately 978 kg more than 1990 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, 1995 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Subaru SVX 1990 Mitsubishi Minica
Make Subaru Mitsubishi
Model SVX Minica
Year Released 1995 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3318 cc 548 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 218 HP 30 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 301 Nm 42 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1620 kg 642 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 3200 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1400 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1470 mm


 

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