1981 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chevrolet Suburban | 1988 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Suburban | Minica |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2270 mm |
