2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (341 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1783 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1990 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 1990 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Silverado | Minica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2425 kg | 642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2270 mm |
