2012 Lexus LFA vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2012 Lexus LFA is newer by 20 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 4,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LFA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 522 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LFA weights approximately 840 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.
Because 1992 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lexus LFA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 2012 Lexus LFA (479 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LFA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Lexus LFA | 1992 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Lexus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | LFA | Minica |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 479 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4506 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1219 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2606 mm | 2270 mm |
