2004 Honda CR-V vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2004 Honda CR-V is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda CR-V weights approximately 948 kg more than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V (220 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm). This means 2004 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. 2004 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1983 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1983 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda CR-V | 1983 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CR-V | Minica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2060 mm |
