2008 Acura MDX vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2008 Acura MDX is newer by 18 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 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura MDX weights approximately 808 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. 2008 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 1990 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura MDX | 1990 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
| Model | MDX | Minica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |
