1997 Lancia Dedra vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1997 Lancia Dedra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia Dedra (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 530 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Lancia Dedra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1997 Lancia Dedra (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lancia Dedra | 1989 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Dedra | Minica |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2270 mm |
