2007 Mazda B3000 vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2007 Mazda B3000 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda B3000 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda B3000 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda B3000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda B3000 | 1989 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | B3000 | Minica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2270 mm |
