2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1330 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Minica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2010 mm |
