1996 Buick Riviera vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1996 Buick Riviera is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1971 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, 1996 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Riviera | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Riviera | Minica |
Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2010 mm |