1983 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1983 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Crown Victoria (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1972 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, 1983 Ford Crown Victoria (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Crown Victoria | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Crown Victoria | Minica |
Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2010 mm |