2006 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 17 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 2,653 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 810 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 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. 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, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Tiburon | 1989 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
Model | Tiburon | Minica |
Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2653 cc | 548 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2270 mm |