1997 Buick Riviera vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1997 Buick Riviera is newer by 26 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Riviera (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1211 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, 1997 Buick Riviera (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Riviera | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Riviera | Minica |
Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2010 mm |