1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 2 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 8,187 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1700 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (515 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Eldorado | Minica |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8187 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2010 mm |
