1985 Mini MK V vs. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mini MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mini MK V would be higher. At 3,378 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (176 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1985 Mini MK V. (41 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1985 Mini MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1345 kg more than 1985 Mini MK V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Mini MK V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (303 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mini MK V. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mini MK V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mini MK V | 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mini | Toyota |
| Model | MK V | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 303 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2680 mm |
