1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1974 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, 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
Model | Minica | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 357 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2950 mm |