2008 GMC Envoy vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2008 GMC Envoy is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 2143 kg more than 1976 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 Envoy (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Envoy | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Envoy | Minica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2010 mm |
