2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1289 kg more than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 1981 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cherokee | Minica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2060 mm |
