1990 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1977 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 823 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Plymouth Volare. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Minica will offer significantly more control. 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 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mitsubishi Minica | 1977 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Plymouth |
Model | Minica | Volare |
Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 548 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 642 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2760 mm |