1987 GMC Suburban vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1987 GMC Suburban is newer by 15 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1770 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, 1987 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1987 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 GMC Suburban | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Suburban | Minica |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 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 | 2240 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2010 mm |
