2000 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 717 kg more than 1976 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 Chevrolet Cavalier (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cavalier | Minica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2010 mm |
