1976 Mini MK IV vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1976 Mini MK IV is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1976 Mini MK IV. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1976 Mini MK IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1505 kg more than 1976 Mini MK IV. 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mini MK IV. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mini MK IV. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1976 Mini MK IV has manual transmission. 1976 Mini MK IV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mini MK IV | 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Mini | Oldsmobile |
| Model | MK IV | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3110 mm |
