1987 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mitsubishi Minica | 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Minica | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 546 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2630 mm |
