2004 Maybach 62 vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2004 Maybach 62 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maybach 62 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 513 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maybach 62 weights approximately 2240 kg more than 1981 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 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 860 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. 2004 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 1981 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1981 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maybach 62 | 1981 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Maybach | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 62 | Minica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2805 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 2060 mm |
