2007 Jeep Commander vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1107 kg more than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Jeep Commander (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. 2007 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 1983 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1983 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Commander | 1983 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Commander | Minica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 570 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 |
