1976 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1380 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Minica | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3250 mm |
