1970 Mini Clubman vs. 1994 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1994 Toyota Previa is newer by 24 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 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1970 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1970 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Previa weights approximately 935 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.
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, 1994 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mini Clubman | 1994 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Mini | Toyota |
| Model | Clubman | Previa |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2530 mm |
