1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 38 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1848 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. 2012 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. 2012 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Dodge |
| Model | Minica | Ram |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 2308 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3010 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3569 mm |
