1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 is newer by 35 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S80 weights approximately 1043 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.
Because 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Volvo S80 (300 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. 2007 Volvo S80 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. 2007 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
Model | Minica | S80 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1553 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2840 mm |