1971 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1998 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1998 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 27 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota 4Runner (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1380 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, 1998 Toyota 4Runner (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | 1998 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Minica | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
