1962 Mini Countryman vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1962 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1962 Mini Countryman.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2007 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mini Countryman. 2007 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 1962 Mini Countryman has manual transmission. 1962 Mini Countryman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Mini Countryman | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Mini | Volvo |
| Model | Countryman | V70 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2760 mm |
