2005 Holden Cruze vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2005 Holden Cruze 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Cruze (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Cruze should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Cruze weights approximately 445 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.
Because 2005 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Holden Cruze will offer significantly more control. 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 Holden Cruze (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Cruze | 1982 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cruze | Minica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2060 mm |
