1992 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette

To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 852 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 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Mitsubishi Minica 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
Make Mitsubishi Chevrolet
Model Minica Corvette
Year Released 1992 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 548 cc 6200 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 30 HP 424 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 43 Nm 575 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Vehicle Weight 640 kg 1492 kg
Vehicle Length 3200 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1928 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1236 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 2685 mm


 

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