1992 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight

To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 1295 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1992 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica will offer significantly more control. 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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. 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Mitsubishi Minica 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
Make Mitsubishi Oldsmobile
Model Minica Ninety-Eight
Year Released 1992 1973
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 548 cc 5736 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 30 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 43 Nm 380 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 640 kg 1935 kg
Vehicle Length 3200 mm 5900 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 3230 mm


 

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