2011 GMC Terrain vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2011 GMC Terrain is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Terrain weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 GMC Terrain. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 GMC Terrain | 1992 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Terrain | Minica |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4707 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2270 mm |
