2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 33 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 2176 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, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escalade | Minica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2646 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2010 mm |
