2007 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 693 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Tiburon | 1992 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
Model | Tiburon | Minica |
Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 548 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 43 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1333 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2270 mm |