1967 Mini Countryman vs. 2008 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2008 Saturn Vue is newer by 41 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 2,391 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Vue (170 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1967 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1967 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Vue weights approximately 1075 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.
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, 2008 Saturn Vue (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mini Countryman. 2008 Saturn Vue 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. 2008 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mini Countryman | 2008 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Mini | Saturn |
| Model | Countryman | Vue |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2710 mm |
