2002 Honda Vamos vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2002 Honda Vamos is newer by 13 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 656 cc (3 cylinders), 2002 Honda Vamos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Vamos (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Vamos should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Vamos weights approximately 320 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.
Because 1989 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Vamos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2002 Honda Vamos (149 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Vamos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Vamos | 1989 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Vamos | Minica |
Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 548 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 46 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 42 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2270 mm |