1981 GAZ 24 vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, both 1981 GAZ 24 and 1981 Mitsubishi Minica were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 GAZ 24 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GAZ 24 weights approximately 915 kg more than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 GAZ 24 | 1981 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | GAZ | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 24 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2304 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 29 HP |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2060 mm |
