2009 Ford Edge vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 17 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Edge weights approximately 467 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. 2009 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 1992 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1992 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Edge | 1992 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Edge | Minica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |
