1992 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth VIP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth VIP would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth VIP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth VIP (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 1007 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Plymouth VIP. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica will offer significantly more control. 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, 1968 Plymouth VIP (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. 1968 Plymouth VIP has automatic transmission and 1992 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1992 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Plymouth VIP will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mitsubishi Minica | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Plymouth |
| Model | Minica | VIP |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 548 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3030 mm |
