2006 Jeep Commander vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2006 Jeep Commander is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Commander (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1815 kg more than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Commander | 1981 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
Model | Commander | Minica |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5653 cc | 544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2060 mm |