1978 Buick LeSabre vs. 1972 Mini Clubman
To start off, 1978 Buick LeSabre is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mini Clubman would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1972 Mini Clubman. (60 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1972 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 885 kg more than 1972 Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Buick LeSabre 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 1978 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Mini 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, 1978 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mini Clubman. (95 Nm @ 2550 RPM). This means 1978 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mini Clubman. 1978 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1972 Mini Clubman has manual transmission. 1972 Mini Clubman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick LeSabre | 1972 Mini Clubman | |
| Make | Buick | Mini |
| Model | LeSabre | Clubman |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2040 mm |
