1984 GMC Jimmy vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1984 GMC Jimmy is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 GMC Jimmy (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 GMC Jimmy (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 GMC Jimmy | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Jimmy | Minica |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2010 mm |
