1972 Mini Clubman vs. 1987 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1987 Toyota Carina is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mini Clubman would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Carina (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1972 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1972 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Carina weights approximately 322 kg more than 1972 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, 1987 Toyota Carina (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mini Clubman | 1987 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mini | Toyota |
| Model | Clubman | Carina |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2510 mm |
