1998 Honda Passport vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1998 Honda Passport is newer by 26 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Passport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Passport (190 HP) has 164 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Passport should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
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, 1998 Honda Passport, 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, 1998 Honda Passport (256 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (38 Nm). This means 1998 Honda Passport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. 1998 Honda Passport has automatic transmission and 1972 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Passport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Passport | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Passport | Minica |
Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 26 HP |
Torque | 256 Nm | 38 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2010 mm |