2004 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 30 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1370 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, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (320 Nm) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Crown Victoria | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Minica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2010 mm |
