2006 Honda Accord vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 23 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 2,999 cc, 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 1420 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 1983 Mitsubishi Minica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Honda Accord (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. 2006 Honda Accord 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. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 1983 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Accord | Minica |
Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 546 cc |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2060 mm |