1968 Mini Clubman vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 40 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1968 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1968 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1725 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.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mini Clubman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mini Clubman. 2008 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1968 Mini Clubman has manual transmission. 1968 Mini Clubman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mini Clubman | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Mini | Nissan |
| Model | Clubman | Titan |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 4060 mm |
