1971 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII (290 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 3287 kg more than 1971 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, 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Lincoln |
| Model | Minica | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2870 mm |
