2003 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2003 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 29 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 2,735 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Intrepid (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 1100 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, 2003 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Intrepid | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Intrepid | Minica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2735 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2010 mm |
