1970 Mini Clubman vs. 1970 Nissan Skyline
To start off, both 1970 Mini Clubman and 1970 Nissan Skyline were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1970 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1970 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 440 kg more than 1970 Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Nissan Skyline 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 1970 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1970 Nissan Skyline (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mini Clubman | 1970 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Mini | Nissan |
Model | Clubman | Skyline |
Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2650 mm |