1970 Mini Clubman vs. 1984 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 1984 Toyota Soarer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mini Clubman would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Soarer (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1970 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1970 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 500 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 1984 Toyota Soarer 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 1984 Toyota Soarer. 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, 1984 Toyota Soarer (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mini Clubman | 1984 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Mini | Toyota |
Model | Clubman | Soarer |
Year Released | 1970 | 1984 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
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 | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2670 mm |