2007 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2007 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 31 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 2,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. 2007 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1976 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Sprinter | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sprinter | Minica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2010 mm |
