2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica

To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 28 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1390 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.

Because 1976 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 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (339 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.

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2004 Chrysler Town & Country 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
Make Chrysler Mitsubishi
Model Town & Country Minica
Year Released 2004 1976
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3786 cc 359 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 215 HP 27 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 8000 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 28 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 510 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 3000 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1300 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2010 mm