2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 11 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 2210 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, 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser | 1989 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
Model | Mega Cruiser | Minica |
Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 548 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2270 mm |