1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1988 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1988 Nissan Prairie is newer by 14 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 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan Prairie (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Prairie weights approximately 508 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, 1988 Nissan Prairie (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 1988 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Minica | Prairie |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
