1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 11 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1130 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, 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Minica | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
