1980 Mini MK IV vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1993 Toyota Carina is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mini MK IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mini MK IV would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Carina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1980 Mini MK IV. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1980 Mini MK IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Carina weights approximately 525 kg more than 1980 Mini MK IV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Toyota Carina (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mini MK IV. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mini MK IV.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mini MK IV | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Mini | Toyota |
Model | MK IV | Carina |
Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2590 mm |