1980 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 2077 kg more than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. 2013 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1980 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1980 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mitsubishi Minica | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | GMC |
| Model | Minica | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 546 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 2642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1962 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 3302 mm |
