1979 Buick Electra vs. 1964 Mini Countryman
To start off, 1979 Buick Electra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 4,942 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Electra (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1964 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1964 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1964 Mini Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Buick Electra 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 1979 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Mini 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, 1979 Buick Electra (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mini Countryman. 1979 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1964 Mini Countryman has manual transmission. 1964 Mini Countryman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Electra | 1964 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Buick | Mini |
| Model | Electra | Countryman |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2140 mm |
