1973 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 31 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 417 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 2028 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.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (600 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 572 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1973 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Minica | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 2544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2860 mm |
