2007 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1949 kg more than 1973 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, 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tahoe | Minica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2010 mm |
