1971 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2008 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Renault Laguna is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Laguna (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 925 kg more than 1971 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, 2008 Renault Laguna (271 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | 2008 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Minica | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |
