1962 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1976 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1660 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado (582 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1962 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac Eldorado | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Eldorado | Minica |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2010 mm |
