2004 Buick Regal vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2004 Buick Regal is newer by 32 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Regal weights approximately 1051 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Buick Regal (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Regal | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Regal | Minica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1521 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2010 mm |
