1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 1989 Volvo 440 is newer by 17 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 440 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 440 weights approximately 560 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Volvo 440 (143 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
Model | Minica | 440 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2780 mm |