2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser is newer by 10 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 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser (200 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser weights approximately 922 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.
Because 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser (271 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm). This means 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica has automatic transmission and 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser has manual transmission. 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser | 1990 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
Model | Panel Cruiser | Minica |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2398 cc | 548 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 42 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |