2009 BMW 525 vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 1984 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 525 | Minica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2270 mm |
