1987 Buick Estate vs. 1991 Mini MK V
To start off, 1991 Mini MK V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1991 Mini MK V. (41 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1991 Mini MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Estate weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1991 Mini MK V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Buick Estate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Mini MK V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mini MK V. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mini MK V. 1987 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1991 Mini MK V has manual transmission. 1991 Mini MK V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Estate | 1991 Mini MK V | |
| Make | Buick | Mini |
| Model | Estate | MK V |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2040 mm |
