2004 Dodge Ram vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2004 Dodge Ram is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Ram (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 460 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1798 kg more than 1973 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 Ram (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 673 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Ram | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ram | Minica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2268 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2010 mm |
