1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1992 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1992 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 20 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 1075 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, 1992 Nissan 300 ZX (377 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 1992 Nissan 300 ZX | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Minica | 300 ZX |
Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |