1989 Ford Taurus vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1989 Ford Taurus is newer by 15 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 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Taurus (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Taurus weights approximately 930 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, 1989 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Taurus | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Taurus | Minica |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2010 mm |
