2008 GMC Canyon vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1671 kg more than 1971 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 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Canyon | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Canyon | Minica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2010 mm |
