1966 Mini Countryman vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1966 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1966 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 1169 kg more than 1966 Mini Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mini Countryman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mini Countryman. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mini Countryman.
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1966 Mini Countryman | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Mini | Volvo |
Model | Countryman | S80 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1829 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1861 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1493 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2835 mm |