1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander is newer by 36 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (305 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1573 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, 2010 Jeep Commander (454 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Jeep |
| Model | Minica | Commander |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2790 mm |
