2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1529 kg more than 1980 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 Silverado (454 Nm) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1980 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1980 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1980 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Silverado | Minica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2060 mm |
