2000 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2000 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 29 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick LaCrosse (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 1084 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, 2000 Buick LaCrosse (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2000 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick LaCrosse | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | LaCrosse | Minica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2010 mm |
