2008 Ford F-450 vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Ford F-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 840 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford F-450 | 1982 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | F-450 | Minica |
Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6400 cc | 546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 881 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2060 mm |