1992 Dodge Caravan vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1992 Dodge Caravan is newer by 20 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Caravan (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 945 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.
Because 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (38 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Caravan | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Caravan | Minica |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2010 mm |
