1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 970 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1989 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cutlass | Minica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2270 mm |
