1970 Mini Clubman vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 40 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1970 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1970 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1011 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 2010 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mini Clubman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota 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, 2010 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mini Clubman | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Mini | Dodge |
| Model | Clubman | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3340 mm |
