2000 SsangYong Korando vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Korando 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Korando (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1223 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.
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, 2000 SsangYong Korando (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2000 SsangYong Korando 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 SsangYong Korando | 1990 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | SsangYong | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Korando | Minica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2860 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2270 mm |
