2003 Isuzu Ascender vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2003 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Isuzu Ascender (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica.
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, 2003 Isuzu Ascender (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. 2003 Isuzu Ascender has automatic transmission and 1992 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1992 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Isuzu Ascender will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Isuzu Ascender | 1992 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ascender | Minica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2270 mm |
