1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 36 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 2142 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Cadillac |
| Model | Minica | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 2612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1918 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3302 mm |
