2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Minica

To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 5,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2939 kg more than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 719 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1980 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1980 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Excursion 1980 Mitsubishi Minica
Make Ford Mitsubishi
Model Excursion Minica
Year Released 2005 1980
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5948 cc 546 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 325 HP 29 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 759 Nm 40 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 3504 kg 565 kg
Vehicle Length 5760 mm 3200 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1410 mm
Vehicle Height 2040 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 3490 mm 2060 mm


 

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