1981 Mini MK IV vs. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mini MK IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mini MK IV would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1981 Mini MK IV. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1981 Mini MK IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1981 Mini MK IV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Mini MK IV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mini MK IV. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mini MK IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mini MK IV | 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mini | Toyota |
| Model | MK IV | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2320 mm |
