1979 Mini MK IV vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mini MK IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mini MK IV would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1979 Mini MK IV. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1979 Mini MK IV.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mini MK IV. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mini MK IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mini MK IV | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mini | Volkswagen |
| Model | MK IV | Golf |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2580 mm |
