2008 GMC Acadia vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 18 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1499 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 2008 GMC Acadia. 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, 2008 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Acadia | 1990 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
Model | Acadia | Minica |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 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 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2270 mm |