1975 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra is newer by 30 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1518 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.
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, 2005 Toyota Tundra (430 Nm) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Minica | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3270 mm |
