1981 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada

To start off, 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 1981 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1981 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Mitsubishi Minica 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada
Make Mitsubishi Oldsmobile
Model Minica Bravada
Year Released 1981 1993
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 546 cc 4300 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 29 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 40 Nm 312 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 565 kg 1790 kg
Vehicle Length 3200 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1410 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2060 mm 2720 mm


 

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