1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 24 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 3,905 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1560 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. 1998 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1974 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Dodge |
Model | Minica | Ram |
Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 3905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2790 mm |