1973 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 37 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 1409 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, 2010 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Minica | S80 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1879 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2835 mm |
