1968 Mini Clubman vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1968 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1968 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1901 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 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Mini Clubman, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mini Clubman. 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mini Clubman | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Mini | Toyota |
Model | Clubman | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2581 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2790 mm |