2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2005 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 33 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 1105 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.
Because 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (311 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. 2005 Buick LaCrosse 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. 2005 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LaCrosse | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | LaCrosse | Minica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2010 mm |
