2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 16 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2376 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.
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, 2005 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 1989 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Excursion | Minica |
Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 548 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 42 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 3016 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2270 mm |