2004 Mazda B4000 vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Minica

To start off, 2004 Mazda B4000 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 4,029 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 983 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.

Because 2004 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 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 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica.

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2004 Mazda B4000 1981 Mitsubishi Minica
Make Mazda Mitsubishi
Model B4000 Minica
Year Released 2004 1981
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4029 cc 546 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 207 HP 29 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 323 Nm 40 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Vehicle Weight 1548 kg 565 kg
Vehicle Length 5160 mm 3200 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1410 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 3200 mm 2060 mm