2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 183 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1401 kg more than 1973 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 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mountaineer | Minica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 27 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1917 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2010 mm |
