1973 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 38 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 1527 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 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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. 2011 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mitsubishi Minica | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
Model | Minica | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3110 mm |