1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1982 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1982 Nissan Skyline is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Skyline (93 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 590 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1982 Nissan Skyline (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (38 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. 1982 Nissan Skyline has automatic transmission and 1972 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Nissan Skyline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 1982 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Minica | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3010 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |
