1974 Mini Clubman vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mini Clubman would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1974 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1974 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1431 kg more than 1974 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, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mini Clubman. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1974 Mini Clubman has manual transmission. 1974 Mini Clubman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mini Clubman | 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Mini | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Clubman | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3110 mm |
