2007 Lexus LS vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica.
Because 1989 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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 Lexus LS (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus LS | 1989 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Lexus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | LS | Minica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4608 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2270 mm |
