2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 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 5,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Suburban | Minica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5298 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2010 mm |
