2002 Dodge Ram vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2002 Dodge Ram is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 5,212 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Ram (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1409 kg more than 1976 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 Dodge Ram (408 Nm) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Ram | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ram | Minica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5212 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1879 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3530 mm | 2010 mm |
