1998 GMC Safari vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1998 GMC Safari is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 1485 kg more than 1973 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, 1998 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1998 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1998 GMC Safari | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
Model | Safari | Minica |
Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2010 mm |