1980 Mini MK IV vs. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 30 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1980 Mini MK IV. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1980 Mini MK IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1903 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.
Because 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mini MK IV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mini MK IV. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mini MK IV. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1980 Mini MK IV has manual transmission. 1980 Mini MK IV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mini MK IV | 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Mini | Land Rover |
Model | MK IV | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 2513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4783 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2743 mm |