1968 Mini Clubman vs. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 41 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 5,661 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1968 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1968 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 650 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 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mini Clubman. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser 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. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mini Clubman | 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mini | Toyota |
Model | Clubman | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 5661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2860 mm |