2012 Nissan GT-R vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 500 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 1097 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.
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 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 564 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan GT-R | 1992 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Nissan | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GT-R | Minica |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 530 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 607 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1737 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4671 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1369 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2779 mm | 2270 mm |
