1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2001 Volvo S80
To start off, 2001 Volvo S80 is newer by 29 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo S80 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo S80 weights approximately 1070 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, 2001 Volvo S80 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 2001 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Minica | S80 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2780 mm |
