2010 Nissan Altima vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 872 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2010 Nissan Altima (349 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Nissan Altima | 1989 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Nissan | Mitsubishi |
Model | Altima | Minica |
Year Released | 2010 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 548 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4595 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2675 mm | 2270 mm |