1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 10 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 3,125 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1210 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.
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, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (384 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1989 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Minica |
Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3125 cc | 548 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 384 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2270 mm |