1998 Dodge Ram vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1584 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Ram | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
Model | Ram | Minica |
Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5208 cc | 359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 28 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 516 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2010 mm |