2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 8,128 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (320 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 2514 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 Chevrolet Avalanche (597 Nm) has 558 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Avalanche | Minica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8128 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2984 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2010 mm |
