1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada

To start off, 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 1972 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Mitsubishi Minica 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada
Make Mitsubishi Oldsmobile
Model Minica Bravada
Year Released 1972 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 359 cc 4298 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 33 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 39 Nm 312 Nm
Torque RPM 6500 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 460 kg 1790 kg
Vehicle Length 3010 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1310 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2720 mm


 

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