2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1523 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 Chevrolet Avalanche (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1990 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Avalanche | Minica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2270 mm |
