1981 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra 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 3,375 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tundra (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1322 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 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mitsubishi Minica | 2004 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Minica | Tundra |
Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 546 cc | 3375 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 298 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 1887 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 3270 mm |