1980 Mini MK IV vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 25 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1980 Mini MK IV. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1980 Mini MK IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 1026 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mini MK IV. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touran 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 | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Mini | Volkswagen |
| Model | MK IV | Touran |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| 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 | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1636 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2680 mm |
