1976 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1977 Volvo 265
To start off, 1977 Volvo 265 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Volvo 265 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Volvo 265 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1976 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 Volvo 265 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. 1977 Volvo 265 has automatic transmission and 1976 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Volvo 265 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | 1977 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Minica | 265 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 471 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
