2006 Toyota RAV4 vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 16 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 713 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota RAV4 | 1990 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | RAV4 | Minica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2270 mm |
