2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 2208 kg more than 1976 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, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escalade | Minica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 357 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 | 2678 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2010 mm |
