1989 Buick Reatta vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1989 Buick Reatta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Reatta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Reatta (165 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Reatta weights approximately 1062 kg more than 1976 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, 1989 Buick Reatta (285 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm). This means 1989 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Reatta | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Reatta | Minica |
Year Released | 1989 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 357 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 39 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2010 mm |