2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1973 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escalade | Minica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2010 mm |
