1978 Buick Electra vs. 2013 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2013 Mini Countryman is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Electra would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Electra weights approximately 307 kg more than 2013 Mini Countryman.
Because 2013 Mini Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Countryman will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Buick Electra (381 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Countryman. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Electra | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Buick | Mini |
| Model | Electra | Countryman |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1561 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2595 mm |
