1989 GMC Suburban vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 GMC Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. 1989 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1992 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1992 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 GMC Suburban | 1992 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
Model | Suburban | Minica |
Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 548 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 43 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2270 mm |