2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 35 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1222 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Charger | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
Model | Charger | Minica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 357 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2010 mm |