1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1984 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1984 Ford Tempo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,306 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Tempo (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Tempo weights approximately 635 kg more than 1974 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, 1984 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 1984 Ford Tempo | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
Model | Minica | Tempo |
Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 357 cc | 2306 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2540 mm |