2007 Lexus GS vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2007 Lexus GS is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 3,454 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus GS weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1974 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, 2007 Lexus GS (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus GS | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Lexus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GS | Minica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3454 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2010 mm |
