1987 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mitsubishi Minica | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Plymouth |
| Model | Minica | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 546 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2750 mm |
