2008 Lincoln Mark LT vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is newer by 34 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 1898 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.
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 Lincoln Mark LT (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT has automatic transmission and 1974 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lincoln Mark LT | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mark LT | Minica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2358 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 3010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2010 mm |
