2007 Kia Carens vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2007 Kia Carens is newer by 17 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Carens (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carens weights approximately 877 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.
Because 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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 Kia Carens (189 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Carens | 1990 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Carens | Minica |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 548 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |