2005 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (301 HP) has 272 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1931 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover LR3 | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
| Model | LR3 | Minica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 29 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2010 mm |
