2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. 2009 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1990 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Charger | 1990 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
Model | Charger | Minica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 548 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2270 mm |