1975 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 37 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 443 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1432 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 545 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. 2012 Jaguar XJ 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. 2012 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mitsubishi Minica | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Jaguar |
| Model | Minica | XJ |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3032 mm |
