1973 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1994 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 1994 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Intrepid (214 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1973 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, 1994 Dodge Intrepid (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | 1994 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Dodge |
| Model | Minica | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 214 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2870 mm |
