2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1843 kg more than 1989 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 Suburban (454 Nm) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 1989 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Suburban | Minica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2483 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2270 mm |
