2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 1962 Mitsubishi A10
To start off, 2001 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mitsubishi A10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mitsubishi A10 would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (458 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 438 more horse power than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (705 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 671 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. 2001 Buick Blackhawk has automatic transmission and 1962 Mitsubishi A10 has manual transmission. 1962 Mitsubishi A10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Buick Blackhawk will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick Blackhawk | 1962 Mitsubishi A10 | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Blackhawk | A10 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1962 |
Engine Size | 7458 cc | 491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 458 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 705 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2070 mm |