1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1996 Volvo S80
To start off, 1996 Volvo S80 is newer by 22 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 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo S80 weights approximately 970 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Volvo S80 (380 Nm) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm). This means 1996 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 1996 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Minica | S80 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2800 mm |
