1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 945 kg more than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina, 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, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1980 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1980 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 1980 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Lumina | Minica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2060 mm |
