2003 GMC Safari vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2003 GMC Safari is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Safari weights approximately 1495 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. 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, 2003 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. 2003 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1972 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 GMC Safari | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
Model | Safari | Minica |
Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 359 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 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2010 mm |