2002 Infiniti QX4 vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2002 Infiniti QX4 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 1490 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 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Infiniti QX4 | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mitsubishi |
| Model | QX4 | Minica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2010 mm |
