1998 Ford Explorer vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1384 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Explorer | Minica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2010 mm |
