1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1980 Volvo 265
To start off, 1980 Volvo 265 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 265 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 265 weights approximately 940 kg more than 1972 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, 1980 Volvo 265 (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. 1980 Volvo 265 has automatic transmission and 1972 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Volvo 265 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 1980 Volvo 265 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
Model | Minica | 265 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3010 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |