1969 Austin Mini Clubman vs. 1998 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1998 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 29 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), 1998 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (40 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 1006 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, 1998 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. 1998 Buick Park Avenue 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. 1998 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin Mini Clubman | 1998 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | Mini Clubman | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |
