1970 Mini MK III vs. 1984 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1984 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mini MK III would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac 6000 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1970 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1970 Mini MK III. 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, 1984 Pontiac 6000 (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mini MK III | 1984 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Mini | Pontiac |
| Model | MK III | 6000 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2670 mm |
