1981 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2002 Renault Espace is newer by 21 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (162 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 1201 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, 2002 Renault Espace, 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, 2002 Renault Espace (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mitsubishi Minica | 2002 Renault Espace | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
Model | Minica | Espace |
Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 544 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1741 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2690 mm |