2008 Hyundai Trajet vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Trajet (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 2008 Hyundai Trajet (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Trajet | 1992 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Trajet | Minica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2270 mm |
