2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica

To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 436 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Minica 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1990 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Chevrolet Express 1990 Mitsubishi Minica
Make Chevrolet Mitsubishi
Model Express Minica
Year Released 2007 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4802 cc 548 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 285 HP 30 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 42 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1078 kg 642 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 3200 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1400 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2270 mm


 

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