1988 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1983 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (85 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (224 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Minica | 1983 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | Minica | 6000 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 544 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2670 mm |
