2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2005 Buick LeSabre is newer by 15 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 987 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.
Because 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Minica will offer significantly more control. 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 LeSabre (312 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LeSabre | 1990 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | LeSabre | Minica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2270 mm |
