1983 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 560 kg more than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Mitsubishi Minica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 1983 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1983 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mitsubishi Minica | 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | Minica | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 546 cc | 2469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2630 mm |
