2000 Mazda Tribute vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2000 Mazda Tribute is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Tribute (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 860 kg more than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Tribute | 1980 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tribute | Minica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2060 mm |
