1975 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mitsubishi Minica | 2004 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Minica | Tundra |
Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3270 mm |