2004 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 1444 kg more than 1972 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, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan (332 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Minica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1914 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2010 mm |
