1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 1099 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, 2007 Volvo V70 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
Model | Minica | V70 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |