1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2003 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2003 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 29 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota RAV4 (145 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 808 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, 2003 Toyota RAV4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 2003 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Minica | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 357 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2500 mm |