1981 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2004 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2004 Nissan 350Z is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 894 kg more than 1981 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, 2004 Nissan 350Z (372 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mitsubishi Minica | 2004 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Minica | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 546 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 1459 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2660 mm |
