1969 Mini Clubman vs. 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mini Clubman would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1969 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1969 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 935 kg more than 1969 Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mini Clubman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster 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, 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mini Clubman | 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Mini | Plymouth |
Model | Clubman | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1969 | 1978 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2700 mm |