1981 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 30 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 696 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche 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. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mitsubishi Minica | 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Chevrolet |
Model | Minica | Avalanche |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
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 | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 3310 mm |