2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram 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 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 2077 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.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 790 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ram | Minica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6690 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 3010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2010 mm |
