2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1972 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 STS (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | STS | Minica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2010 mm |
