1973 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2007 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, 2007 Renault Grand Scenic is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Grand Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Grand Scenic (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Grand Scenic should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1973 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 Renault Grand Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | 2007 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Minica | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2740 mm |
