2008 Cadillac SRX vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2008 Cadillac SRX is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1490 kg more than 1974 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, 2008 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac SRX | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | SRX | Minica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2010 mm |
