1981 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 31 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1545 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.
Because 1981 Mitsubishi Minica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chrysler Town & Country (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1981 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1981 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mitsubishi Minica | 2012 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Chrysler |
| Model | Minica | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 546 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 3078 mm |
