2004 Ford Ranger vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2004 Ford Ranger 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1112 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Ranger (251 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Ranger | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ranger | Minica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1642 kg | 530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2010 mm |
