1975 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 35 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1174 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 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. 2010 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1975 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1975 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mitsubishi Minica | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Minica | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3250 mm |