1999 Mazda B2500 vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1999 Mazda B2500 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda B2500 (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda B2500 (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda B2500 | 1988 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | B2500 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2270 mm |
