1997 Dodge Viper vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1997 Dodge Viper is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Viper (415 HP) has 386 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Viper weights approximately 941 kg more than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 624 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Viper | 1980 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Viper | Minica |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 415 HP | 29 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2060 mm |
