1971 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Corvette | 1984 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Corvette | Minica |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2270 mm |
