2009 Buick Enclave vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Minica

To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.

Let's talk about torque, 2009 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Buick Enclave 1988 Mitsubishi Minica
Make Buick Mitsubishi
Model Enclave Minica
Year Released 2009 1988
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3599 cc 544 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 288 HP 27 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 366 Nm 40 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2270 mm


 

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