1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2002 Volvo V70 is newer by 28 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 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo V70 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo V70 weights approximately 929 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, 2002 Volvo V70 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Minica | V70 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2800 mm |
