2004 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica

To start off, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 14 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1198 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.

Because 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (374 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ford Crown Victoria 1990 Mitsubishi Minica
Make Ford Mitsubishi
Model Crown Victoria Minica
Year Released 2004 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4604 cc 548 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 239 HP 30 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 374 Nm 42 Nm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1840 kg 642 kg
Vehicle Length 5390 mm 3200 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1400 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2270 mm