2012 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 23 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 2278 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | 1989 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Silverado | Minica |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2918 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2270 mm |
