1984 Mini MK V vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mini MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mini MK V would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (218 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1984 Mini MK V. (41 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1984 Mini MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1845 kg more than 1984 Mini MK V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Mini MK V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mini MK V. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mini MK V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mini MK V | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mini | Toyota |
| Model | MK V | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2860 mm |
