2002 Mazda 6 vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mazda 6 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 6 | 1987 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 6 | Minica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2270 mm |
