1979 Buick Electra vs. 1988 Mini MK V
To start off, 1988 Mini MK V is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Electra (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1988 Mini MK V. (41 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1988 Mini MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1988 Mini MK V. 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, 1988 Mini MK V, 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 (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mini MK V. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mini MK V. 1979 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1988 Mini MK V has manual transmission. 1988 Mini MK V 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 | 1988 Mini MK V | |
Make | Buick | Mini |
Model | Electra | MK V |
Year Released | 1979 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2040 mm |