1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (267 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1014 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 1972 Ford Mustang. 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (417 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. 1992 Mitsubishi Minica has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Mitsubishi Minica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1972 Ford Mustang | 1992 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Mustang | Minica |
Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5753 cc | 548 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 43 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2270 mm |