1985 Cadillac Cimarron vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1985 Cadillac Cimarron is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,844 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Cadillac Cimarron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Cadillac Cimarron (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Cadillac Cimarron should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Cadillac Cimarron weights approximately 680 kg more than 1974 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, 1985 Cadillac Cimarron (297 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm). This means 1985 Cadillac Cimarron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Cadillac Cimarron | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cimarron | Minica |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2844 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2010 mm |
