2008 BMW X5 vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 19 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 914 kg more than 1989 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 BMW X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 1989 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | X5 | Minica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2270 mm |
