1969 Austin Mini Clubman vs. 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin Mini Clubman would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (39 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 902 kg more than 1969 Austin 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1969 Austin Mini Clubman has manual transmission. 1969 Austin Mini Clubman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1969 Austin Mini Clubman | 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Austin | Oldsmobile |
Model | Mini Clubman | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 638 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2820 mm |