1973 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 1989 Saab 9000 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1973 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, 1989 Saab 9000 (216 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Saab |
| Model | Minica | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |
