2002 Acura TL vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2002 Acura TL is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura TL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura TL weights approximately 1144 kg more than 1974 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, 2002 Acura TL (315 Nm) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm). This means 2002 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura TL | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TL | Minica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2010 mm |
