2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 6,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1969 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 523 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1989 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1989 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escalade | Minica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6161 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2270 mm |
