2005 Buick Rainier vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1445 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, 2005 Buick Rainier (374 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rainier | 1990 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Rainier | Minica |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 548 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 42 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2270 mm |