1981 Mini MK IV vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 29 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1981 Mini MK IV. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1981 Mini MK IV.
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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mini MK IV. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mini MK IV. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1981 Mini MK IV has manual transmission. 1981 Mini MK IV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mini MK IV | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Mini | Chrysler |
| Model | MK IV | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3078 mm |
