2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1885 kg more than 1982 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 Express (400 Nm) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1982 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Express | Minica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2425 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2060 mm |
