2005 Ford Freestar vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestar 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 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestar (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 1299 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.
Because 1989 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2005 Ford Freestar (325 Nm) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 1989 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Freestar | Minica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2270 mm |
