1967 Mini Countryman vs. 2007 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC90 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC90 (206 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1967 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1322 kg more than 1967 Mini Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mini Countryman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC90 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, 2007 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mini Countryman. 2007 Volvo XC90 has automatic transmission and 1967 Mini Countryman has manual transmission. 1967 Mini Countryman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mini Countryman | 2007 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Mini | Volvo |
| Model | Countryman | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 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 | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1982 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2870 mm |
