1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1977 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1977 Plymouth Volare is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 1028 kg more than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1977 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 1977 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Plymouth |
Model | Minica | Volare |
Year Released | 1974 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3010 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2870 mm |