1996 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Suburban | 1988 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Suburban | Minica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2270 mm |
