1972 Mini Clubman vs. 1993 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1993 Toyota Cressida is newer by 21 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Cressida (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1972 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1972 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 740 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.
Because 1993 Toyota Cressida 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 1993 Toyota Cressida. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1993 Toyota Cressida (279 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mini Clubman. 1993 Toyota Cressida has automatic transmission and 1972 Mini Clubman has manual transmission. 1972 Mini Clubman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Toyota Cressida will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mini Clubman | 1993 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Mini | Toyota |
| Model | Clubman | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2740 mm |
