1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 16 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (205 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 1139 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, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (298 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | Minica | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2740 mm |
