1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 4,269 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 430 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Because 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman, 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Mini |
| Model | Cutlass | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4269 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2596 mm |
