1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1985 Volvo 245
To start off, 1985 Volvo 245 is newer by 13 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volvo 245 (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
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, 1985 Volvo 245 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 1985 Volvo 245 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
Model | Minica | 245 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |