2004 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Navigator 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 2249 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 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lincoln Navigator | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Navigator | Minica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2719 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2010 mm |
