1990 GMC Jimmy vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1990 GMC Jimmy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 GMC Jimmy (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 1414 kg more than 1973 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, 1990 GMC Jimmy (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Jimmy | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Jimmy | Minica |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2010 mm |
