1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 23 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 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 755 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
Model | Minica | Laguna |
Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |