1974 Buick Skylark vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1974 Buick Skylark is newer by 1 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 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Skylark weights approximately 1135 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, 1974 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Skylark | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Skylark | Minica |
Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2010 mm |