1992 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1978 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 845 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Plymouth Volare. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1978 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mitsubishi Minica | 1978 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Plymouth |
Model | Minica | Volare |
Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 548 cc | 3685 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 | 43 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2870 mm |