1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 7,438 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (227 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1800 kg more than 1974 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (522 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Suburban | Minica |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7438 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2010 mm |
