2005 GMC Envoy vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 267 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1628 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 GMC Envoy (447 Nm) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Envoy | Minica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 33 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2088 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2010 mm |
