2009 Citroen C5 vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Citroen C5 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 1988 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C5 | Minica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2270 mm |
