2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 3,190 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1956 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. 2009 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1976 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Land Rover Freelander | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
Model | Freelander | Minica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3190 cc | 471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 317 Nm | 37 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2486 kg | 530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2010 mm |