1994 Cadillac Seville vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1994 Cadillac Seville is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Mitsubishi Minica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Cadillac Seville | 1981 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
Model | Seville | Minica |
Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2060 mm |