1975 Toyota Corona vs. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 85 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Toyota Corona 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 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper 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, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Corona | 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Toyota | Mini |
| Model | Corona | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2253 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3957 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2548 mm |
