2005 Maybach 57 vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2005 Maybach 57 is newer by 15 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 512 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1568 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 2005 Maybach 57. 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, 2005 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 858 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Maybach 57 | 1990 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Maybach | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 57 | Minica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2270 mm |
