1981 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2000 Volvo V40
To start off, 2000 Volvo V40 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volvo V40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo V40 (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo V40 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo V40 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Mitsubishi Minica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volvo V40, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Volvo V40 (173 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo V40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mitsubishi Minica | 2000 Volvo V40 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
Model | Minica | V40 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 544 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2560 mm |