1968 Mazda Luce vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1981 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Luce (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Luce weights approximately 520 kg more than 1981 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, 1968 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Luce | 1981 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Luce | Minica |
Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2060 mm |