1986 Ford Granada vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1986 Ford Granada is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Granada (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 835 kg more than 1974 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, 1986 Ford Granada (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Granada | Minica |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2010 mm |
