2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 1403 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 Honda Ridgeline (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Ridgeline | 1992 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ridgeline | Minica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2270 mm |
