2005 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 1414 kg more than 1971 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, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan (285 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Minica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2010 mm |
