1973 Mini MK III vs. 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mini MK III would be higher. At 4,475 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1973 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1973 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1788 kg more than 1973 Mini MK III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mini MK III | 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mini | Toyota |
| Model | MK III | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 4475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2860 mm |
