2007 Honda Accord vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 1425 kg more than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1980 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1980 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 1980 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Accord | Minica |
Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 565 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 |