2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 188 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Discovery | Minica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 29 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2010 mm |
