1989 Dodge Shadow vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1989 Dodge Shadow is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Shadow is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Shadow (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Shadow should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Shadow weights approximately 818 kg more than 1976 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, 1989 Dodge Shadow (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Shadow will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Dodge Shadow | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
Model | Shadow | Minica |
Year Released | 1989 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 357 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1288 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2010 mm |