2007 GMC Acadia vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica

To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 18 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica.

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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica.

Compare all specifications:

2007 GMC Acadia 1989 Mitsubishi Minica
Make GMC Mitsubishi
Model Acadia Minica
Year Released 2007 1989
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3564 cc 548 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 275 HP 30 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 42 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 3200 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1400 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2270 mm


 

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