1968 Mini Clubman vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mini Clubman would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1968 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1968 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 600 kg more than 1968 Mini Clubman. 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mini Clubman | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mini | Renault |
| Model | Clubman | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2680 mm |
