2005 Dodge Durango vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1678 kg more than 1972 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, 2005 Dodge Durango (319 Nm) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (38 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Durango | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
Model | Durango | Minica |
Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 38 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2138 kg | 460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2010 mm |